1949 MG TD vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 774 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 MG TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TD | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
