2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | RX-8 | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |