1995 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | SS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
