1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Highlander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |