1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1984 Mazda RX-7. 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 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-7 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
