1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 255 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Cosmo | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
