2010 Mazda 6 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 6 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2670 mm |
