1977 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 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 Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
