1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 475 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
