2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 868 kg more than 2004 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |
