1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
