1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | 780 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
