2004 Mazda Demio vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Demio | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
