1975 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
