1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 19 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, 2008 Suzuki Reno (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Reno has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Silhouette | Reno |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
