1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Cosmo | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
