1991 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Achieva | SS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
