2003 Mazda Kusabi vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX

To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 512 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi, 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Kusabi has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Kusabi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mazda Kusabi 1968 Plymouth GTX
Make Mazda Plymouth
Model Kusabi GTX
Year Released 2003 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1559 cc 7206 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1085 kg 1597 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 72 L


 

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