1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 479 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cougar | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |