1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 363 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | Silhouette | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
