2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1435 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
