1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | Cosmo | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2210 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |