1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 16 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | 190 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
