1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 900 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Cosmo 2010 Honda Odyssey
Make Mazda Honda
Model Cosmo Odyssey
Year Released 1975 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5133 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1748 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 79 L


 

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