1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 10 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 306 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 | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Silhouette | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
