2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
