1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 278 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 626 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
