2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
