1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
