1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 677 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
