1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 840 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 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 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2620 mm |
