1968 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 1999 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Matrix (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Sport 800 | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Sport 800 | Matrix |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |