1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 828 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
