1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri is newer by 17 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Because 1976 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Cosmo | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Cosmo | Capri |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |