1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mazda R 360 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | R 360 | Comet |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2950 mm |