2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Silhouette | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |