1980 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Electra | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |