1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Cosmo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1780 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
