1999 Holden Astra vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, both 1999 Holden Astra and 1999 Oldsmobile SS were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 1999 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Astra | SS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |