2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
