1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
