1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Alero | SL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
