1987 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
