1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 63 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Vega | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
