2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,307 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Starlet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |