2001 Acura MDX vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 880 kg more than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | MDX | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
