1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Maepsy-Na | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |