1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Venturi Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Coupe (197 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1992 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | Cosmo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
