2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 961 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.

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2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Silhouette Corolla
Year Released 2004 1970
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 1164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 67 HP
Torque 285 Nm 88 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1791 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 51 L