1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 925 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Cosmo | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2295 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
