1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda S-MX | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | S-MX | 88 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |