1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3110 mm |
