2008 Honda Element vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |