1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Falcon | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |