2010 Mazda 5 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden 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 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 5 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 5 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2670 mm |
