1975 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |