1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1984 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Model F 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 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Cosmo | Model F |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |