1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.

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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Cosmo 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Cosmo Tundra
Year Released 1975 2001
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2292 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 115 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3270 mm


 

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