1992 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volkswagen Golf | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Golf | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
