1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2008 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2008 Toyota Stallion is newer by 27 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Stallion. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2008 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Stallion |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1812 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
