1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, both 1975 Mazda Cosmo and 1975 Chevrolet Nova were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. 1975 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Cosmo | Nova |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |