1987 Honda Accord vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 1954 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | 98 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |