1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,307 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1974 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 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
