1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 37 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 775 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 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja 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 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | R-100 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
