1996 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 788 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Bravada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |