2007 GMC Savana vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 32 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1424 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Savana | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |