1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 181 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |