1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 460 kg more than 1982 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 929 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
