2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 13 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |