2001 Toyota FXS vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 20 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 1981 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota FXS | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | FXS | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
