2001 Oldsmobile O4 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2001 Oldsmobile O4 and 2001 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2001 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Oldsmobile O4 has manual transmission. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile O4 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | O4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |