1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 571 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Coupe | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
