1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1998 Rover Mini
To start off, both 1998 Oldsmobile Alero and 1998 Rover Mini were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Rover Mini. (62 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 674 kg more than 1998 Rover Mini. 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 (210 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover Mini. (94 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 1998 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Alero | Mini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 696 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
