1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 1974 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Mazda RX-4 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Mazda Oldsmobile
Model RX-4 Silhouette
Year Released 1974 2001
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 3348 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary V
Horse Power 115 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2850 mm


 

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