1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Honda Fit

To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 18 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 507 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit 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 2011 Honda Fit
Make Oldsmobile Honda
Model Silhouette Fit
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1143 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2499 mm


 

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