1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 797 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | Cosmo | Charger |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |