2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L 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 145 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-8 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
