1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Silhouette | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2645 mm |