1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 25 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1220 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.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R 360 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2710 mm |
