2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
