1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 175 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
