1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Cosmo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
