1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 110 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 667 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Record |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
