1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-01 | GLI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
