2007 Honda Element vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
