Tomica Limited Vintage Neo 1/64 LV-N314a Mazda RX-8 TypeRS (red) 2011 Model The history of the rotary engine, which was temporarily interrupted with the end of production of the RX-7 resumes with the RX-8, which was introduced in 2003. The hood can be opened and closed, and the engine cover is detachable, allowing the inside of the engine compartment to be seen.