1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | 245 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
