1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Triumph TR4 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 1963 Triumph TR4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1963 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1963 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Silhouette | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2240 mm |
