1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1972 Volvo 164 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 164 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mazda R 360 | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | R 360 | 164 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |