1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 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 55 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Commodore | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
