1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 72 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stagea | SS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
