2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |