1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
