1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 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 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 959 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Cosmo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |