1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Alero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
