2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 41 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 2009 GMC Envoy 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. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
