2012 Mazda 3 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 100 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 3 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
