1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 590 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3950 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
