2003 GMC Safari vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 41 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1575 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
