2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |