1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
