1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 16 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 83 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Cosmo | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2213 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
