2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 38 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 273 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
