2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 343 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
