1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 699 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
