2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 694 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 6 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |