1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 740 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 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R 360 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
