1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 28 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 536 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, 2000 Saturn LW (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Cosmo | LW |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2960 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
