2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-8 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
