2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 21 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | CX-7 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
