2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Odyssey | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2820 mm |