2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
