1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo

To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 60 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.

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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Cosmo 1981 Mazda Cosmo
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Cosmo Cosmo
Year Released 1976 1981
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 2292 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2620 mm