1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-4 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
