1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |