1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 513 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
