1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Carina | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2703 mm |