1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 314 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-7 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
