1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1984 Dodge Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt, 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
