1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
