1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Familia | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2850 mm |