1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 33 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | R-100 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
