1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 386 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Mazda Luce 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Mazda Oldsmobile
Model Luce Cutlass
Year Released 1969 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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