1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GTV | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
