2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 5 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
