1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 15 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica 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.
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1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Silhouette | Indica |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 115 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 | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |