1980 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 17 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 1345 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | R 360 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1770 mm |