1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 38 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1370 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cosmo | T5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2459 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
