1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 251 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 (167 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cosmo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
