1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. 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 80 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Alero | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |