1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Silverado | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |