1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1987 Zastava 750
To start off, 1987 Zastava 750 is newer by 4 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 60 more horse power than 1987 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 Zastava 750. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava 750. (56 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1987 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Mazda | Zastava |
Model | Cosmo | 750 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |