1982 Kia Brisa vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Kia Brisa | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Brisa | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
