1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 774 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sunny | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
