1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1503 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | R-100 | Ram |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3569 mm |