2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Alero | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |