1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |