1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 41 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), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 460 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cosmo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
