2008 Land Rover Defender vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1737 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Defender | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 16 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
