2003 Mazda MPV vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda MPV (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MPV | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 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 | 1640 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |