2004 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega.
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, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1983 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |