1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 27 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 21 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 245 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, 1995 Seat Toledo, 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo 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 | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | R-100 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
