1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 30 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 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 2011 Renault Duster, 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Cosmo | Duster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
