1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
