1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 8 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silhouette | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
