1999 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 749 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota 4Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota 4Runner | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | 4Runner | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
