2009 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |