1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, both 1998 Mazda Levante and 1998 Oldsmobile SS were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Levante | SS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |