2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Freelander | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |