1983 Toyota Cressida vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Cressida | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Cressida | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
