2002 Mazda MPV vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 13 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 60 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 357 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MPV | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
