2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 3 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
