1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 417 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Cosmo | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |