1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1979 Volvo 343 is newer by 16 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 343 weights approximately 610 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, 1979 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 343 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 | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | R 360 | 343 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |