2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 26 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
