1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 835 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mazda R 360 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | R 360 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2610 mm |