2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 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 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
