2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
