1985 Audi 90 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
