1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 34 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1366 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1770 mm |
