1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 931 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (160 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1770 mm |
