1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1849 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | R 360 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.9 mm |
Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |