1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 1982 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
