2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Econovan | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |