2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
