1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | 120 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
