1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 531 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | Cosmo | A5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |