2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
