1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1466 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cosmo | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
