1973 Honda 145 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 18 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 132 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 145 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
