2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |