1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 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 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 31 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 497 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, 1986 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Model F 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 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R-100 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2240 mm |
