1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1976 Volvo 66

To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.

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 (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Mazda Cosmo 1976 Volvo 66
Make Mazda Volvo
Model Cosmo 66
Year Released 1981 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1550 mm


 

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