1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa 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 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
