1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Silhouette | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
