2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 390 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.1 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
