1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 19 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1085 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, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | R-100 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |