2007 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | 88 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
