2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
