1995 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Aurora | Express |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |