1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 131 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Silhouette | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
