1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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 23 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1983 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cosmo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
