1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
