1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-7 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
