1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 805 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.
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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1770 mm |
