1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 525 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
