2002 Honda Capa vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Capa | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
