1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
