1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 837 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 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Cosmo | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
