1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude 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 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 595 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 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
