2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
