2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 454 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tribute | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
