1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1770 mm |
