1999 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | 88 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |