1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 36 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Cosmo | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
