1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
