1987 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 915 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |