2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 623 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Silhouette | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
