1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 6 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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. 1974 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Vega | R-100 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |