1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 4 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 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 117 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Alero | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
