1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 8 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 402 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 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | F-Type | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
