2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 582 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Explorer | R 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |