1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 874 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Familia | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 5736 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2960 mm |