1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 2010 Honda Civic
Make Oldsmobile Honda
Model Cutlass Civic
Year Released 1989 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4503 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1753 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 30 L