2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1974 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1974 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
