1981 Ford Probe vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Probe, 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Probe. (148 Nm). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Probe. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1983 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1983 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Probe | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Probe | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |