1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 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 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 768 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 1968 Mazda R-100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda R-100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | R-100 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
