1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda R-100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R-100 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
