1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1195 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1770 mm |
