2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |