2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 418 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Familia | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
