1982 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda Cosmo | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 929 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
