2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1980 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
