1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 989 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Cosmo | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3053 mm |
