1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 719 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
