1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1936 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | R 360 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |