2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 602 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silverado | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
