1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 9 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, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Cosmo | 100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
