1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
