1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 658 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Familia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2200 mm |
