2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, 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 Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Premacy | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |