1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Rover P4 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Silhouette | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
