1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 45 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 908 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | R-100 | IPL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
