2009 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1998 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
