1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 929 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
