1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Berlina | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |