1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | LM | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
