1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 25 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 615 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 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cosmo | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
