1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 421 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 929 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
