2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sequoia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
