1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 20 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1981 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | MM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1530 mm |
