1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 254 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
