2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 673 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silverado | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3230 mm |
