2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Toyota Model F. 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
