1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 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 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1180 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 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1770 mm |
