1968 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 915 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escort | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |