1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1991 Porsche 911 (1,098 Nm) has 936 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Cosmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 1098 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
