2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1984 Nissan Skyline. 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
