2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry 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 44 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 1992 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Alero | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
