1989 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 1989 Buick Skyhawk and 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. 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.
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1989 Buick Skyhawk | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Skyhawk | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |