2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 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 123 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
