2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 355 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |