2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2300 | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | B2300 | 98 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |