1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 38 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 553 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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 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 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R-100 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
