1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1133 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3246 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2980 mm |
