2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 26 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1980 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DTS | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
