1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1983 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1983 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Mazda Cosmo 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Mazda Chevrolet
Model Cosmo Silverado
Year Released 1983 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 93 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 2318 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5847 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3645 mm


 

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