1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 11 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 25 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Megane 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 | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
