1979 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, both 1979 Audi 100 and 1979 Mazda Cosmo were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 100 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |