2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
