2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (244 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2960 mm |
