2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
