1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1695 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.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | R 360 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2980 mm |