1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 34 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
