1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Cosmo | 604 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
