1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 319 kg more than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mazda Cosmo 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 1984 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda Cosmo | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cosmo | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |