2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | XC60 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1934 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
