1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1145 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, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 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 | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | R 360 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
