2002 Honda City vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | City | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |