1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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. Both 1991 Mazda RX-7 and 1975 Mazda Cosmo are equipped with a 2,616 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-7 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |