2011 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1717 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Yukon | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Yukon | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 65 L |