1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 382 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beretta | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
