2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Alero | 6000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |