2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 98 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |