1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | R-100 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
