1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 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 36 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Alero | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
