1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 19 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa.
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, 1999 Honda Capa, 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1980 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Cosmo | Capa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
