1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1863 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Mazda Cosmo 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Cosmo Sprinter
Year Released 1971 2011
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1964 cc 3000 cc
Horse Power 93 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 2803 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 6939 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 2731 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 4326 mm


 

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