1974 Holden Torana vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
