1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |