2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Zastava 2101. 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Mazda | Zastava |
Model | RX-8 | 2101 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |