2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1101 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
