2008 Acura MDX vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 48 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 1070 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 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
