2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 344 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Armada | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |