2006 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 91 L |
