1976 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 843 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
