2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
