1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cosmo | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
