1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cutlass | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |