1975 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
