2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 870 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silverado | 442 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
