1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
