2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Altis | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Altis | SS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
