2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 895 kg more than 1979 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
