1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 41 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1213 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.
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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
