1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 893 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 360 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
