1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
