1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 38 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 776 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2300 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
