1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 255 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Avensis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |