1989 Honda Integra vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 88 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 1955 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Integra | 88 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |
