2000 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Honda Oldsmobile
Model Civic Eighty-Eight
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1492 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2820 mm


 

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