1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
