1999 Mazda MPV vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 556 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV, 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MPV | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
