1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 210 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1988 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. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | RX-01 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
