1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 1994 Mazda 323 and 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 432 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 323 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |