1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 626 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |