2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante 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 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
