2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1088 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.
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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
