2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
