2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 46 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1449 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
