1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
