1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 24 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 209 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silhouette | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
