1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 23 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1195 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R-100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3050 mm |
