1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 870 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
