1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 7 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Sera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |