1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Trofeo | Capa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
