1995 GMC Safari vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Safari | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |