1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda Cosmo | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Cosmo | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |