1974 Honda 145 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 776 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1974 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 145 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |
