1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,300 cc, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 1000 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
