2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 33 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Veracruz | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
