2006 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Achieva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |