2002 Acura CL vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 1975 Mazda Cosmo
Make Acura Mazda
Model CL Cosmo
Year Released 2002 1975
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2616 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2520 mm


 

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