2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tahoe | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2556 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |