1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-01 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
