1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
