2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | RX-8 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |