1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tempo | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
