1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 20 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 166 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, 2004 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |
