1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 1610 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
