1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 852 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Hilux |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |