1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 TVR Cerbera 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 2008 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Silhouette | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
