1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
