1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 17 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 1984 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda Cosmo | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
