1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
