1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 15 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Starlet |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |