1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
