2007 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 24 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |