1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1831 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
