1972 Holden Torana vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
