1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 18 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Silhouette | 18 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
