2004 Ford GT vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 428 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |