1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
