2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silhouette | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 91 L |
