1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 92 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 323 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
