1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.

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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Toronado Silhouette
Year Released 1990 1991
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2800 mm


 

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