1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Calais | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 237 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |