1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Silhouette | 3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
