1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Eighty-Eight Silhouette
Year Released 1984 1991
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2800 mm


 

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