1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 928 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | R-100 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
