1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 49 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1480 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | R 360 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
