1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 618 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 616 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |