1984 Ford Laser vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Laser weights approximately 410 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 Ford Laser, 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 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1770 mm |
