1982 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1982 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1982 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda Cosmo | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Cosmo | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
