1994 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic. 1998 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | SS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
