1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 46 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 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (108 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial weights approximately 856 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 360 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
