1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Silhouette | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |