1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda Cosmo | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Cosmo | 605 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
