1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 16 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Cosmo | 944 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2479 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
