2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mazda | ZAZ |
| Model | RX-8 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
