2012 Mazda 5 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 1986 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 1986 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 5 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 5 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2670 mm |
