2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
