2009 Honda Element vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1104 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 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
