1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2680 mm |