1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | RX-01 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
