2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 98 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |