2000 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 700 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. 1976 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Bandeirante | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
