1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 8 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 840 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | R 360 | Comet |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2630 mm |