1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 27 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 314 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Cosmo | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
