1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mazda |
| Model | C 1000 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
