2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 564 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
