1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
