1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 397 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Super 5 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |