1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |