1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2011 Opel Antara

To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 43 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 1000 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara 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 2011 Opel Antara
Make Mazda Opel
Model R-100 Antara
Year Released 1968 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1963 cc 2404 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2710 mm


 

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