1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Luce | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |