1999 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
