2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
