1997 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Alero | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Alero | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |
