1991 Mazda 323 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 1991 Mazda 323 and 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 725 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 323 | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 323 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |