1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
