2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute, 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tribute | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |