1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 33 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 835 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.
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, 2009 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Cosmo | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Cosmo | Mariner |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |