1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 494 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Cosmo | Jetta |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2651 mm |