1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1300 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2703 mm |
