1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1304 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R 360 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
