1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 40 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 260 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | Cosmo | Duster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2673 mm |
