2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
