1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda R-100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | R-100 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
