1975 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
