1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 770 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 Ford Tempo, 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 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1770 mm |
