2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
