2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
