1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 393 kg more than 1969 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cosmo | Starfire |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |