2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2046 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 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Excursion | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |