1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 805 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 1993 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
