1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 28 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1770 mm |
