1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 36 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 1170 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R 360 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2730 mm |
