1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 680 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 Forester 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 Forester 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 Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | R-100 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
