2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | DrifterX | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
