1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1840 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
