1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider 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 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Spider |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
