1996 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion.
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 SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile SS | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Allion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
