1980 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 269 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 1975 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
