1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Opel Vectra. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Vectra 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 | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Silhouette | Vectra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |