1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |