1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 567 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 1965 TVR Trident 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 1965 TVR Trident. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Aurora | Trident |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
