1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1378 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | Cosmo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
