1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 42 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 1353 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega 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 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | R 360 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
