1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, both 1968 Datsun 1800 and 1968 Mazda R-100 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Datsun 1800 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Datsun | Mazda |
Model | 1800 | R-100 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |