1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
