2007 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 430 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
