2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV 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 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
