1987 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |