1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1255 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Cosmo | F-150 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3683 mm |