2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 477 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2520 mm |
