2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 436 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B3000 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
