1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 22 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 2 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 101 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 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 R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R-100 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
