1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 468 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Toronado | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6967 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 237 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |