1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
