1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1081 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | R 360 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
