1983 GMC Jimmy vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 794 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Jimmy | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
