1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Croma | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
