1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 1000 | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
