1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Silhouette | Crown |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |