2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 B4000 (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B4000 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2960 mm |
