1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic 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, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic 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 | 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
