1982 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
