1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 645 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2960 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
