1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Mazda MPV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 1990 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MPV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2009 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | MPV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
