1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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 Aurora (353 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Aurora | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
