1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 650 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
