2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B3000 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3230 mm |
