2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 187 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 Tonka 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 Tonka 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 Tonka (814 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tonka | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2520 mm |
