1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 415 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
