2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |