1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 1998 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | SS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1753 mm |
