1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 778 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Cosmo | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
