2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01

To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.

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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 1995 Mazda RX-01
Make Holden Mazda
Model Berlina RX-01
Year Released 2003 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 2614 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 204 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2350 mm


 

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