1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
