1975 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 875 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |