1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1976 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 1976 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sunny | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
