2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX-9 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
