1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 300 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 | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |