1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 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 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 323 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1070 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |