2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B3000 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3030 mm |
