1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 15 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 428 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2759 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
