1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Commodore | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2200 mm |
