1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 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 86 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Alero | 460 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
