2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 47 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 2,402 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 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1962 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 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| 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 | 89.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
