1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1538 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | R 360 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2774 mm |
