2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1142 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 Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
