1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 13 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silhouette | YRV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
