2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2328 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | R 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |