1977 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | GTS | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
