1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-7 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
