1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Saab 900i.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1998 Saab 900i has manual transmission. 1998 Saab 900i 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 | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Silhouette | 900i |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
