1979 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Cosmo | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
