1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 929 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
