1976 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
