1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1987 Mazda MX-6 and 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MX-6 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
