2002 Honda Passport vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2002 Honda Passport 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
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 Honda Passport, 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 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Passport | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Passport | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
