1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 870 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
