1984 Buick Electra vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1770 mm |
