1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Step Wagon | 442 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
