1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 47 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1218 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 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 | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | R 360 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
