1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 287 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1675 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 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 93 L |
