2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Toronado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 518 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |