1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 720 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Silhouette | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |