1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 656 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
