1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 464 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 Honda Accord 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. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Cosmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2799 mm |