1974 Mazda 110 S vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 110 S | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 110 S | Alero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
