1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1223 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R-100 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3270 mm |
