1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Silhouette | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2764 mm |
