1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
