1990 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
