1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 32 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | Cosmo | Q5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |