1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Venturi |
Model | Silhouette | 400 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |