1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mazda R 360 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | R 360 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
