1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 741 kg more than 1965 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda R 360 | 1983 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R 360 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1125 kg |
