1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1062 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | R 360 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
