1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. 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 81 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Silhouette | 95 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
