1978 Mazda 323 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, both 1978 Mazda 323 and 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 323 | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 323 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1415 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2960 mm |
