2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
