2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | RX-8 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
