1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 93 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1971 Toyota Sprinter has manual transmission. 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Silhouette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |