2002 Acura CL vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 21 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 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 158 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 482 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.

Because 1981 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 1981 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 1981 Mazda Cosmo
Make Acura Mazda
Model CL Cosmo
Year Released 2002 1981
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2620 mm


 

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