1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 310 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 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Cosmo | 306 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1761 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
