1977 Holden GTS vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | GTS | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
