2001 Acura RL vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 735 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RL | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
