2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
