1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
