2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore. 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 1992 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | RX-8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
