2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-8 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1745 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
