1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 23 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Cosmo | Fusca |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |