1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 253 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
