1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 551 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Cutlass | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |