1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 390 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2694 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
