1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 450 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, 2002 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
