2009 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 24 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
