1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 654 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | 19 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
