2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 1997 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sentra | SS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
