1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1550 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey 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 | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | R 360 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3160 mm |