2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 37 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 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 392 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Marathon | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
