2002 Acura RSX vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RSX | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
