1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Silhouette | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |