2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
