1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 829 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1186 kg |
