2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
