1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 21 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna 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 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
