1987 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
