If you love classic Mazda performance as much as we do at Pearson Mazda, you’ve run into descriptions of the rotary engine the lineup was known for in the 1970s. You may also be wondering, “When was the Wankel engine invented, and why isn’t it available on modern cars?” — and we’re here to answer that question. Plus, the same smooth performance this motor was known for is produced by modern Skyactiv®-G engines, so the legacy of this distinctive engine design lives on.
