1986 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Legend | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |