1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile SS | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | SS | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
