1984 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
