2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 423 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
