1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 574 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | S40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
