1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 38 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1420 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 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | R 360 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2860 mm |
