2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tribute | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5736 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |