1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
