1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 16 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 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
| Model | Silhouette | Gen |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
