1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Silhouette | 440 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
